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Apophyllite KF
Apophyllite KF

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Apophyllite KF and Citrine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.372.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
SiO2

Apophyllite KF and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Citrine physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Apophyllite KF and Citrine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2

Apophyllite KF and Citrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite KF and Citrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite KF and Citrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite KF is 2.65 whereas that of Citrine is 2.65.